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You didn’t become a teacher to be average. You didn’t become an admin to maintain the status quo. You aren’t in education to be “good enough.” No! You’re here because you are committed to being the best- the best you can be for kids, families, and communities. So be great!

Never shut the door on students; regardless of what poor choice they make. There should always be another chance & there should always be room for redemption. The worst response we can have is to close the door, lock it & throw away the key.

Never underestimate the power of student led Genius Hour! These young ladies followed their hearts and the research. They are raising money for Radys Children's Hospital Oncology Unit through a bake sale. 💕 Paloma Elementary School SMUSD San Marcos USD #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth

The job is tough, the appreciation is low, but our kids and colleagues need the best version of us. #teachergoals

A case for the repetitive element of the OG Approach 👏🏻😃

What Works Clearinghouse has updated its recommendations for teaching foundational reading skills. The site has some great reminders for all of us: ies.ed.gov/ncee/wwc/Pract…

It’s good when central office administrators remember what it’s like to work in a school. It’s good when school administrators remember what it’s like to be a teacher. And it’s good when teachers remember what it’s like to be a student. #Empathy

Self-regulation must be taught for many of our kids. Be intentional about coaching them on behaviors instead of thinking punishment will teach them. #kidsdeserveit #teachergoals

More Paloma Panthers making a difference! These Paloma Elementary School SMUSD 5th graders donated much needed supplies to the human society! Great job ladies!!

This sounds awesome! If Erika is a part of it, it will be amazing!

So👏🏻Thankful🙏🏼to all the families Paloma Elementary School SMUSD who donated to our”Feed Those In Need” campaign!!! We were able to make 312 Lunch Bags to donate to Operation Hope In Vista!!!!! #SchoolEngagement #FutureLeaders #SchoolSocialWork #StudentCouncil #GivingBack #SMUSD

Lunch Bunch 😍 Paloma Elementary School SMUSD #lunchtime #qualitytime #Nutcracker #HappyHolidays

Our first all school song! #gopanthers

Principal Wavra announced at tonight’s Board Meeting that #SMMS was recognized as a National School to Watch for demonstrating high level of performance - academic excellence, developmental responsiveness, social equity, and organizational structure.

Should students use pencils or pens? An educator makes a strong case for one over the other. edut.to/2ENNv3z